Professional Context

Professional Affiliations

Qualifications and affiliations that are relevant to my current professional work, presented as context rather than as the purpose of this site.

Professional investment advisory setting

Current

Professional qualifications and affiliations

Series 65

Current qualification associated with my work as an investment adviser representative. Registration and licensing information should be verified through the appropriate regulatory sources.

CFA Institute

Regular member since 2000. This site does not claim CFA charterholder status.

Boston University Certificate in Financial Planning

Completed formal certificate coursework in financial planning. A university certificate is distinct from holding the CFP® certification.

Global Advisers, LLC

Founder, Chief Executive Officer, Managing Member, portfolio manager, and investment adviser representative of the firm.

Accuracy

Credentials should clarify, not decorate

Professional designations and affiliations can be useful shorthand, but they should be described precisely. This page distinguishes memberships, licenses, qualifications, and academic certificates rather than treating them as interchangeable.

Stephen Kovach is a portfolio manager and investment adviser representative of Global Advisers, LLC, a state-registered investment adviser. Public content on StephenKovach.com reflects general research, commentary, and personal views and is not individualized investment, tax, or legal advice. Advisory services, client information, and firm disclosures are provided through Global Advisers.